The “post-mortem” on Phipps Conservatory’s rare CORPSE FLOWER! ‘Burgh Vivant host Brian Edward catches up with Phipps Curator of Horticulture, Ben Dunigan during the Corpse Flower’s ultra-limited once-per-decade 48 hour bloom period. If you missed it, catch the exotic plant in action here – as well as the scoop on the flower’s unique attributes, horror film director George Romero’s visit to Phipps, and input from the Corpse Flower’s adoring fans! It’s pretty to look at, stinky to smell,… but does it bite??? ‘Burgh Vivant finds out! Continue reading “Ben Dunigan – Curator of Horticulture, Phipps Conservatory”
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Ben Dunigan - Curator of Horticulture, Phipps Conservatory
What’s “urine green,” covered in plastic, and living in Fox Chapel? Seasoned designer Marlene Smith-Pendleton knows – and has lived to tell about it! The Divine Miss M stops by for a cocktail to discuss her perspectives on Pittsburgh, corporate interior design, and Carnegie’s thriving art community. Be sure to get “The Full Martini” – the complete interview via podcast to hear M’s commentary on the perks of executive leather and the Furries of Anthrocon. And just what IS her connection to the immortal Marlene Dietrich?
The man behind the art at PNC Park, Children’s Hospital, and CONSOL Energy Center, James Frederick, discusses his adventures in fine arts and design in the Steel City and beyond. Catch “The Full Martini” – the complete unedited interview in podcast to hear James’ thoughts on the Olympics in Pittsburgh, his try-out for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and about his passion for Pittsburgh’s Jazz scene.
